[Verse 1]
From the harbor to the prairie, hear the marching feet align,
Uncle Sam is at the doorway, drawing one unbroken line.
Past the wheat fields, past the courthouse, every county knows his name,
He keeps watch across the waters; let no distant power play games.
[Chorus]
Mind your step beyond our borders, mind the warning, mind the plan;
There’s a broad hand at the ready—show respect to Uncle Sam.
Keep your counsel, keep your distance, let the peaceful nations stand;
Cross no line and test no patience: fear the reach of his broad hand.
[Verse 2]
Let the ships sail on their courses, let the flags fly where they may,
But don’t mistake our quiet harbor for a nation turned away.
There are farmers at the fence line, there are watchmen by the gate,
And a people joined together who can answer threats with weight.
[Chorus]
Mind your step beyond our borders, mind the warning, mind the plan;
There’s a broad hand at the ready—show respect to Uncle Sam.
Keep your counsel, keep your distance, let the peaceful nations stand;
Cross no line and test no patience: fear the reach of his broad hand.
[Bridge]
Not for conquest, not for glory, but to keep our home secure,
Let the drum roll through the square now: our resolve is firm and sure.
[Final Chorus]
Mind your step beyond our borders, mind the warning, mind the plan;
There’s a broad hand at the ready—show respect to Uncle Sam.
Keep your counsel, keep your distance, let the peaceful nations stand;
Cross no line and test no patience: fear the reach of his broad hand.
[Outro]
Mind the line, respect the land.